Prerequisites: Biology 1 and one other laboratory science course Geosystems utilizes content from geology, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology to investigate, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the major earth systems (atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere) and their dynamic inter-relationships. Students explore concepts with the same tools professional scientists use including computers, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), image processing software, and probeware. Students are required to take the Standards of Learning End of Course Test if required for federal accountability or for use as a verified credit (high school credit courses only). Geosystems Honors utilizes content from geology, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology to investigate, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the major earth systems (atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere) and their dynamic interrelationships. Students explore concepts with the same tools professional scientists use including computers, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), image processing software, and probeware. Students will investigate some topics at a deeper level and will participate, either individually or with a team, in an externally-moderated experimental/research project. Students are required to take the Standards of Learning End of Course Test if required for federal accountability or for use as a verified credit (high school credit courses only).

Grades: 11, 12